Community

Tree-mendous effort as Wester Ross community group helps boost local causes

More than 8000 European Union citizens living in the Highlands have applied for settled status within the UK, according to Home Office figures.

A 30ft Christmas tree has arrived at Eden Court to be part of a moving tribute to those whose lives have been lost to Covid-19.

A HIGHLAND woman who cares for her housebound daughter has had her love of art reignited with help from a Dingwall-based charity.

Highlanders are being asked to help generate One Million Words of Kindness to mark St Andrew’s Day.

AN Easter Ross primary school teacher has urged people to resist the temptation to spread false rumours about Covid-19.

A poignant Easter Ross tribute to a much-loved member of a running group looks set to become an annual event following its success last weekend.

A proposed community woodland for Dingwall has received a ringing endorsement from local residents – and there's still time to have a say.

A big-hearted group of pals from Ullapool set the wheels in motion for a quirky fundraising boost for Highland Hospice.

RESILIENT communities across Ross-shire are signalling a defiant determination to bounce back from the horrors of a year that no one saw coming.

A bid to link two prominent Ross-shire communities by a path paving the way for safe car-free commuting has been given a massive vote of confidence.

FRUSTRATION born of the Covid-19 pandemic could be one of the reasons for a rise in antisocial behaviour amongst young people in a number of areas.

VOLUNTEERS have been honoured for their efforts running a community car scheme in Wester Ross.

A BLACK Isle village is adopting a do it yourself approach to Christmas decorations this year with locals invited to get involved.

STARTING a new business at one of the most uncertain periods in living memory isn't for the faint-hearted.

'If you're in a position to donate, please do' says council's convener

AN online story session led by artist Lizzie McDougall using a unique illustrated quilt brought people across Ross-shire and beyond together.

A moving tribute to those whose lives have been lost to Covid-19 will be front and centre when a leading Highland venue marks Christmas this year.

A permanent home has been found for a food sharing enterprise on the Black Isle.

THE funeral will take place tomorrow of a much-loved former modern languages teacher from the Black Isle.